Week 9 - Transportation and Health Promotion Flashcards
What does active transport refer to?
- Any form of human-powered transportation
What are some examples of active transport?
- Walking
- Cycling
- Wheelchair
- in-line skating
- Skateboarding
What is a Micro Mobility?
- Any assistive device that facilitates individual human transportation
What are some examples of Micro Mobility?
- Wheelchair
- Bicycle
- Scooter
- Skateboard
- Hoverboard
What is Multimodal Mobility characterized by?
- combination of modes of transporation
- Flexible Usage
What was the study that alerted us to the importance of physical activity on health focused on?
- Comparing individuals in sedentary jobs with those in more active roles
What are some examples of an increase in scientific literature and focus on Active Transport in Public Health Strategies?
- British Medical Association: Healthy Transport = Healthy Lives
- US Dept of Health and Human Services: Surgeons general’s call to action to promote walking and walkable communities
What multi sectors are involved in transportation and mobility?
- Health
- Social
- Environmental
- Economic and Infrastructure
What does transporation and mobility health promotion do for health?
- Creates opportunities to promote physical activity on a regular basis
What does transportation and mobility health promotion do for the social sector?
- increase social interactions and awareness of and engagement with community services
What does transportation and mobility health promotion do for the environment?
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
- Promote lower carbon option
What does transportation and mobility health promotion do for the economic and infrastructure?
- Saves money on gas and parking
- Investment in infrastructure at societal level
What does 30 minutes of low intensity activity 5 days a week increase life expectancy by?
1.3-1.5 years
Does cycling improve cardiovascular fitness more than walking?
YES
Is cycling to work sufficient in duration and intensity to improve fitness?
YES
What do individuals who use transit do more than those who drive?
WALK
What indicators of fitness are better for those who use active modes of transport compared to those who don’t?
- Cardiovascular health
What countries show lower rates of obesity?
- those with the highest level of active transportation
What are the 3 main health risks of active transportation?
- Crashes/Collisions (Bike/Pedestrian)
- Exposure to Air Pollution
- Personal Safety and Security
How does Active Transport benefit social aspects?
Enhance
- Connectedness
- Sense of Belonging
Encourage Use of
- Local Infrastructure
- Community Services
- Businesses
What are 3 environmental benefits of active transport?
- Small Form Factor
- Clean Transportation
- Air Pollution
How does active transport contribute to small form factor?
- Requires small physical space
- Consumes less land
How does active transport contribute to clean transportation?
- Generates no emissions / pollutants
- Cleaner vehicles
How does active transport benefit air pollution?
- Reduction in particulate matter
